Nikon COOLPIXP7100 User Manual

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viiiFor Your SafetyIntroduction• Do not handle the plug or Battery Charger with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric

82Features That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslyShooting FeaturesAF area modeFocus mode (A67)• When a setting other than Subject tracking is selected and

83Features That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslyShooting FeaturesThe Control Range of the Shutter Speed (A, B, C, D Modes)The control range of the shutte

84Features That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslyShooting FeaturesOperation of Flash during Continuous ModeThe operation of the built-in flash and the Spe

85Shooting FeaturesUsing Face DetectionIn the following shooting modes, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. If the c

86Shooting FeaturesUsing Skin SofteningIn the following shooting modes, the camera detects up to three human faces when the shutter is released, and p

87Playback FeaturesPlayback FeaturesThis chapter describes how to select certain types of images for playback as well as some of the features availabl

88Playback FeaturesPlayback FeaturesSelecting Pictures for Playback by Date (List by Date Mode)In list by date mode, pictures taken on the same date c

89Playback FeaturesFeatures Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you

90Features Available in Playback Mode (Playback Menu)Playback Features1This function is applied to edit the image currently selected and store it as s

91Playback FeaturesConnecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterYou can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to

ixIntroductionNoticesNotices for Customers in the U.S.A.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR

92Playback FeaturesUsing ViewNX 2ViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share images.Install ViewNX

93Using ViewNX 2Playback Features2 Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window.• If the desired language is not

94Using ViewNX 2Playback FeaturesTransferring Images to the Computer1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer.Choose one of the following met

95Using ViewNX 2Playback Features2 Transfer images to the computer.• Confirm that the name of the connected camera or removable disk is displayed in t

96Using ViewNX 2Playback FeaturesRetouching PhotographsClick Edit in the ViewNX 2 toolbar.Image editing functions include tone compensation, sharpness

97Recording and Playing Back MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesSet the mode dial to D to display the movie recording screen. Press the shutter- r

98Recording and Playing Back MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesRecording MoviesMovies can be recorded with sound.1 Rotate the mode dial to D.• Th

99Recording MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesB Notes on Movie Recording• When recording a movie onto a memory card, a memory card with an SD spe

100Recording MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesC Maximum Movie LengthAll figures are approximate. The maximum movie length varies with the make o

101Recording MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesChanging Movie Mode SettingsUse the following operation controls to change the setting.• See “Feat

xNoticesIntroductionNotice for Customers in the State of CaliforniaWARNINGHandling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known

102Recording and Playing Back MoviesPlaying Back Movies1 Press the c (playback) button to select playback mode.• Press the multi selector to select a

103General Camera SetupGeneral Camera SetupThis chapter describes the various settings that can be adjusted in the z setup menu.• See “Using Menus (th

104General Camera SetupGeneral Camera SetupThe Setup MenuFrom the menu screen, select the z tab to display the setup menu, and then you can change the

105The Setup MenuGeneral Camera SetupVibration reductionReduce blurring caused by camera shake when shooting. The default setting is On.• When using a

106The Setup MenuGeneral Camera SetupZoom speedSet the zoom operation speed.When set to Auto (default setting), the zoom is operated at Normal speed d

107The Setup MenuGeneral Camera SetupTV settingsSelect this option if no image is displayed on a TV even when the audio/video cable or HDMI cable is c

108The Setup MenuGeneral Camera SetupFn1 + command dialSet the function to be performed when the command dial is rotated while pressing the w1 (FUNC1)

E1Reference SectionE Reference SectionThe Reference Section provides detailed information and hints for using the camera.ShootingTaking Pictures with

E2Reference SectionReference SectionTaking Pictures with Manual FocusAvailable when the shooting mode is A, B, C, D, E, F, N, O (low noise night), u (

E3Reference SectionUsing Panorama AssistUsing a tripod makes the composition easier. When using a tripod to stabilize the camera, set Vibration reduct

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E4Using Panorama AssistReference Section5 Shoot the next picture.• Match the outline of the next picture so that 1/3 of the frame overlaps the previou

E5Reference SectionA, B, C, D ModesA (Programmed Auto), B (Shutter-Priority Auto) or C (Aperture-Priority Auto)1 Rotate the mode dial to A, B or C.2 R

E6A, B, C, D ModesReference SectionB Notes on Shooting• When zooming is performed after the exposure is set, exposure combinations or aperture value m

E7A, B, C, D ModesReference SectionD (Manual) ModeThe user controls both the shutter speed and aperture value.•The shutter speed can be set in a range

E8A, B, C, D ModesReference SectionB Note on ShootingWhen zooming is performed after the exposure is set, aperture value may be changed.B Note on ISO

E9Reference SectionEditing Still ImagesEditing FeaturesImages can be easily edited with this camera using the functions below. Edited images are store

E10Editing Still ImagesReference SectionC Restrictions on Image EditingThe following restrictions apply when editing pictures that were created by edi

E11Editing Still ImagesReference Sectionk Quick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and SaturationPress the multi selector H or I to choose the setting level,

E12Editing Still ImagesReference Sectione Skin Softening: Softening Skin Tones1 Press the multi selector H or I to choose the setting level, and press

E13Editing Still ImagesReference Sectionp Filter Effects: Applying Digital Filter Effects1 Press the multi selector H or I to choose the filter effect

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E14Editing Still ImagesReference Section3 Check the effect and press the k button.• A new, edited copy is created.• To cancel, press J.• Copies create

E15Editing Still ImagesReference Sectionj Black Border: Adding a Black Border to Pictures1 Press the multi selector H or I to choose the desired frame

E16Editing Still ImagesReference SectionR Straighten: Compensating for Picture SlantingUse the multi selector to compensate for slanting.• Press J to

E17Editing Still ImagesReference SectionF NRW (RAW) Processing: Creating JPEG Images from NRW Images1 Use the multi selector to choose the picture to

E18Editing Still ImagesReference SectionB Notes on NRW (RAW) Processing• The COOLPIX P7100 can only create JPEG-format copies of NRW (RAW) images take

E19Editing Still ImagesReference Sectiona Crop: Creating a Cropped CopyCreate a copy containing only the portion visible on the monitor when u is disp

E20Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV)Connect the camera to a television to play back pictures on the television.I

E21Connecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV)Reference Section3 Tune the television to the video channel.• See the instruction manual prov

E22Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Users of PictBridge-compatible (F16) printers can connect the camera directly to

E23Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a Printer1 Turn off the camera.2 Turn on the printer.• C

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E24Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Reference SectionPrinting Individual ImagesAfter connecting the camera to the printer correctly (E

E25Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Reference Section5 Choose the desired paper size and press the k button.• To specify the paper siz

E26Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Reference Section3 Choose the desired paper size and press the k button.• To specify the paper siz

E27Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Reference Section5 Printing starts.• The monitor display returns to that shown in step 2 when prin

E28Reference SectionEditing MoviesExtracting Only the Desired Portions of the MovieThe desired portions of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate

E29Editing MoviesReference SectionB Notes on Editing Movies• Once a movie is created through editing, it cannot be used again for extracting a movie.

E30Reference SectionQuick Menua Image Quality and Image SizeTo set the image quality and image size, see “Changing the Image Quality and Image Size” (

E31Quick MenuReference SectionTypes of ISO SensitivityThe icon for the current setting is displayed on the monitor (A8).• When Auto is selected, the E

E32Quick MenuReference Sectionc White Balance (Matching Image Colors with Colors as Seen with the Naked Eye)The color of light reflected from an objec

E33Quick MenuReference SectionTypes of White BalanceThe icon for the current setting other than Auto (normal) is displayed on the monitor (A8).B Notes

xivTable of ContentsIntroductionConnecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)... E22Connec

E34Quick MenuReference SectionC Color TemperatureThe perceived color of a light source varies with the viewer and other conditions. Color temperature

E35Quick MenuReference SectionUsing Preset ManualUse when you want to make pictures taken under unusual lighting conditions (such as lamps with reddis

E36Quick MenuReference Sectiond Bracketing (Continuous Shooting While Changing the Shutter Speed, ISO Sensitivity and White Balance)Continuous shootin

E37Quick MenuReference SectionTypes of Auto BracketingThe icon for the current setting other than OFF is displayed on the monitor (A8).B Notes on Auto

E38Quick MenuReference Sectiona Picture Control (COOLPIX Picture Control) (Changing the Settings for Image Recording )Change the settings for image re

E39Quick MenuReference SectionCustomizing Existing COOLPIX Picture Controls: Quick Adjust and Manual AdjustCOOLPIX Picture Control can be customized u

E40Quick MenuReference SectionTypes of Quick Adjust and Manual AdjustOption DescriptionQuick adjust 1Adjust the sharpness, contrast and saturation lev

E41Quick MenuReference Section1 Quick adjust is not available in Neutral, Monochrome, Custom 1 and Custom 2. The values set manually are disabled if q

E42Quick MenuReference Sectiona Movie Options (Changing the Type of Movie to Shoot)You can choose the type of movie to shoot. The higher the image siz

E43Reference SectionShooting Menu (A, B, C or D Mode)Custom Picture Control (COOLPIX Custom Picture Control)The picture editing options created by cus

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E44Shooting Menu (A, B, C or D Mode)Reference SectionMeteringThe process of measuring the brightness of the subject to determine the exposure is known

E45Shooting Menu (A, B, C or D Mode)Reference SectionContinuous ShootingChange the settings for continuous shooting and BSS (Best Shot Selector).The i

E46Shooting Menu (A, B, C or D Mode)Reference SectionB Notes on Continuous Shooting• Focus, exposure and white balance are fixed at the values determi

E47Shooting Menu (A, B, C or D Mode)Reference Section2 Choose the interval between each shot and press the k button.• The maximum amount of frames tha

E48Shooting Menu (A, B, C or D Mode)Reference SectionAF Area ModeYou can set how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus. • The AF area mode c

E49Shooting Menu (A, B, C or D Mode)Reference SectionB Notes on AF Area Mode• When the digital zoom is in effect, the camera focuses on the subject at

E50Shooting Menu (A, B, C or D Mode)Reference SectionSubject Tracking Mode (Focusing on a Moving Subject)Choose this mode to shoot moving subjects. Su

E51Shooting Menu (A, B, C or D Mode)Reference SectionB Notes on Subject Tracking• The digital zoom is not available.• Set the zoom position, flash mod

E52Shooting Menu (A, B, C or D Mode)Reference SectionAutofocus ModeChoose how the camera focuses.C Autofocus Mode for Movie RecordingAutofocus mode fo

E53Shooting Menu (A, B, C or D Mode)Reference SectionNoise Reduction FilterSet the strength of the noise reduction function that is normally performed

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E54Shooting Menu (A, B, C or D Mode)Reference SectionDistortion ControlChoose whether to correct the peripheral distortion that occurs due to the intr

E55Shooting Menu (A, B, C or D Mode)Reference SectionB Notes on the Wide-angle Converter for Shooting• Set Wide-angle converter to On before shooting.

E56Shooting Menu (A, B, C or D Mode)Reference SectionActive D-Lighting“Active D-Lighting” preserves details in highlights and shadows, creating photog

E57Shooting Menu (A, B, C or D Mode)Reference SectionZoom MemoryWhen the zoom control is operated while pressing the w1 button, the camera changes in

E58Reference SectionSpecialized Menu for E, F or NThe following describes how to use Save user settings and Reset user settings. See “E, F and N (User

E59Specialized Menu for E, F or NReference SectionB Clock batteryIf the internal clock battery (A27) is exhausted, the settings saved in E, F or N wil

E60Reference SectionThe Playback MenuFor more information about image editing function; Quick retouch, D-Lighting, Skin softening, Filter effects, Sma

E61The Playback MenuReference Section3 Choose whether or not to also print shooting date and shooting information.• Choose Date and press the k button

E62The Playback MenuReference SectionB Notes on Print Order• When setting a print order in list by date mode and pictures other than those on the chos

E63The Playback MenuReference Sectionb Slide ShowView pictures stored in the internal memory or on a memory card in an automatic slide show.1 Use the

1Parts of the Camera and Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsThis chapter describes the parts of the camera and also explains the

E64The Playback MenuReference Sectionc DeleteDelete a picture. Multiple pictures can also be deleted.B Notes on Deletion• Once deleted, pictures canno

E65The Playback MenuReference SectionThe Image Selection ScreenThe image selection screen is displayed in the following menus. Only one image can be s

E66The Playback MenuReference Sectiond ProtectProtect selected pictures from accidental deletion.In the picture selection screen, choose a picture and

E67The Playback MenuReference SectionE Voice MemoUse the camera’s microphone to record voice memos for pictures.• The recording screen is displayed fo

E68The Playback MenuReference Sectionh Copy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)Copy pictures between the internal memory and a memory card.

E69Reference SectionThe Movie MenuAutofocus ModeChoose how the camera focuses when recording movies.Wind Noise ReductionWhen On is selected, an icon f

E70Reference SectionThe Setup MenuWelcome ScreenChoose whether or not to display the welcome screen on the monitor when the camera is turned on.Press

E71The Setup MenuReference SectionTime Zone and DatePress the d button M z tab (A13) M Time zone and dateOption DescriptionDate and timeSet the camera

E72The Setup MenuReference SectionSetting the Travel Destination Time Zone1 Use the multi selector to choose Time zone and press the k button.• The Ti

E73The Setup MenuReference SectionC Time ZonesThe camera supports the time zones listed below.For time differences not listed below, set the camera cl

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E74The Setup MenuReference SectionMonitor SettingsB Notes on Monitor Display Settings• Only the framing grid is displayed in movie mode.• In shooting

E75The Setup MenuReference SectionPrint Date (Imprinting Date and Time on Pictures)The shooting date and time can be imprinted on pictures at the time

E76The Setup MenuReference SectionSelf-timer: After ReleaseSet whether or not to cancel the self-timer mode (A64), or ten seconds or two seconds remot

E77The Setup MenuReference SectionMotion DetectionEnable motion detection to reduce the effects of camera shake and subject movement when shooting sti

E78The Setup MenuReference SectionAF AssistEnable or disable the AF-assist illuminator that assists the autofocus when the lighting is dim.B Note on t

E79The Setup MenuReference SectionDigital ZoomEnable or disable the digital zoom.B Notes on Digital Zoom• When the digital zoom is in effect, AF area

E80The Setup MenuReference SectionZoom SpeedSet the zoom operation speed. Slow down the zoom speed to minimize the recording of the zoom operating noi

E81The Setup MenuReference SectionSound SettingsAdjust the following sound settings.B Notes on Sound Settings• In Pet portrait scene mode, even when O

E82The Setup MenuReference SectionRotate TallWhen On (default setting) is selected, pictures taken with orientation data in “tall” or with face detect

E83The Setup MenuReference SectionFormat Memory/Format CardFormat the internal memory or a memory card.Formatting permanently deletes all data in the

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E84The Setup MenuReference SectionTV SettingsAdjust the settings for connecting to a TV.C HDMI and HDMI-CEC“HDMI” is an abbreviation of High-Definitio

E85The Setup MenuReference SectionBuilt-in ND FilterWhen the camera’s built-in ND filter is used, the amount of light that enters the camera while sho

E86The Setup MenuReference SectionCustomize Command DialsMulti Selector Right PressSet to Off if you do not want to display the AF area mode (E48) set

E87The Setup MenuReference SectionAE/AF Lock ButtonSelect the function to be performed when the g (AE-L/AF-L) button (A5) is pressed while shooting.Th

E88The Setup MenuReference SectionFn1 + Shutter ButtonSet the function to be performed when the shutter-release button is pressed while pressing the w

E89The Setup MenuReference SectionFn1 + Command DialSet the function to be performed when the command dial is rotated while pressing the w1 (FUNC1) bu

E90The Setup MenuReference SectionFn2 ButtonChoose the function to be performed when the w2 button (A2) is pressed while shooting.Customize My MenuReg

E91The Setup MenuReference SectionRegistering into My Menu1 Use the multi selector to choose the menu item and press the k button.• The menu item sele

E92The Setup MenuReference SectionBlink WarningChoose whether or not blinking eyes are detected when using face detection (A85) in the following shoot

E93The Setup MenuReference SectionEye-Fi UploadB Notes on Eye-Fi Cards• Note that images will not be uploaded if signal strength is insufficient even

4Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsControls Used in Shooting ModeControl Name Main Function AMode dial Change the shooting mo

E94The Setup MenuReference SectionMF Distance Indicator UnitsSet either m (meter) (default setting) or ft (feet) for the unit of gauge displayed when

E95The Setup MenuReference SectionSpecial Effects MenuLow Noise Night Mode MenuMovie MenuQuick MenuOption Default valueSpecial effects (A48)Creative m

E96The Setup MenuReference SectionShooting MenuSetup MenuOption Default valueMetering (E44) MatrixContinuous (E45) SingleIntvl timer shooting (E46) 30

E97The Setup MenuReference SectionOthersAuto off (E82) 1 minHDMI (E84) AutoHDMI device control (E84) OnExternal mic sensitivity (E84) AutoBuilt-in ND

E98The Setup MenuReference Section• Choosing Reset all also clears the current file number (E99) in the memory. After resetting, numbering continues f

E99Reference SectionFile and Folder NamesPictures, movies and voice memos are assigned file names as follows.• A folder for storing files is automatic

E100File and Folder NamesReference Section• In Panorama assist (A45), a folder is created for each shooting session using the following naming convent

E101Reference SectionSpeedlights (External Flash Unit)The camera is equipped with an accessory shoe, allowing the following Speedlights or Wireless Sp

E102Speedlights (External Flash Unit)Reference SectionB Use Only Nikon Flash AccessoriesUse only Nikon Speedlights. Negative voltages or voltages over

E103Reference SectionOptional AccessoriesRechargeable batteryRechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL141Battery charger Battery Charger MH-241, 2AC adapter/P

5Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic Operationsg (AE-L/AF-L) buttonLock the exposure or focus. 107w1 (FUNC1) buttonCombined with the zoom

E104Optional AccessoriesReference Section1Included with the camera at the time of purchase (see “Confirming the Package Contents” (Aii) for more infor

E105Optional AccessoriesReference SectionShooting with Remote ControlUse the Remote Control ML-L3 (available separately) (E104) to release the shutter

E106Optional AccessoriesReference Section4 Aim the transmitter at the infrared receiver on the front or rear of the camera (A2, 3) and press the trans

E107Reference SectionError MessagesThe following table lists the error messages and other warnings displayed on the monitor, as well as the solutions

E108Error MessagesReference SectionPThis card cannot be used.Error accessing memory card.• Use an approved card.• Check that connectors are clean.• Co

E109Error MessagesReference SectionNImage cannot be modified.Cannot edit selected picture.• Confirm the conditions that are required for editing.• RAW

E110Error MessagesReference SectionNMy Menu can not be changed at current settings.All registered menu items cannot be changed at the current setting.

E111Error MessagesReference Section* See the instruction manual provided with your printer for further guidance and information.PRPrinter error: check

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F1Technical Notes and IndexTechnical Notes and IndexCaring for the Products ...F2The Camera...

6Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsControls Used in Playback ModeControl Name Main Function APlayback button•When the camera

Technical Notes and IndexF2Technical Notes and IndexCaring for the ProductsThe CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the

F3Caring for the ProductsTechnical Notes and IndexB The Monitor• The monitor may contain a few pixels that are always lit or that do not light. This i

F4Caring for the ProductsTechnical Notes and Index• If the battery will not be used for some time, insert it in the camera and run it flat before remo

F5Caring for the ProductsTechnical Notes and IndexThe Memory Cards• Use only Secure Digital memory cards. See “Approved Memory Cards” (A23).• Be sure

Technical Notes and IndexF6Caring for the CameraCleaningDo not use volatile organic solvents such as alcohol or thinner, chemical detergents, anticorr

Technical Notes and IndexF7TroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your

F8TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and Indexb Electronically Controlled CamerasIn extremely rare instances, unusual characters may appear on the monitor

F9TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexShooting IssuesProblem Cause/SolutionACannot set to shooting mode.Disconnect the HDMI cable or USB cable. 91

F10TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexFlash does not fire.• Flash is set to W (off ).• A scene mode that cannot turn on flash is selected.• The m

F11TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexRandomly spaced bright pixels (“noise”) appear in image.As the subject is dark, shutter speed is too slow o

7Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsChanging the Angle of the MonitorThe angle of the monitor can be lowered down to approx. 8

F12TroubleshootingTechnical Notes and IndexPlayback IssuesProblem Cause/SolutionAFile cannot be played back.• File was overwritten or renamed by compu

Technical Notes and IndexF13SpecificationsNikon COOLPIX P7100 Digital CameraType Compact digital cameraEffective pixels 10.1 millionImage sensor 1/1.7

F14SpecificationsTechnical Notes and IndexImage size(pixels)ISO sensitivity (Standard output sensitivity)• ISO 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Hi 1 (e

F15SpecificationsTechnical Notes and Index• Unless otherwise stated, all figures are for a camera with a fully-charged Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-

F16SpecificationsTechnical Notes and IndexRechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL14Battery Charger MH-24B Specifications• Nikon will not be held liable for

Technical Notes and IndexF17IndexSymbolsR E4gAE-L/AF-L button 5G AF area mode 12, 48, 50, 55, E48C Aperture-priority auto mode 51, E5k Apply selection

F18IndexTechnical Notes and IndexCCalendar display 35Charger 18, E103Close-up k 42Color temperature E34Computer 91Continuous 50, 54, E45Continuous fla

IndexTechnical Notes and IndexF19IIdentifier E99Image copy 90, E68Image quality 74, 75Image sharpening E40Image size 74, 77Infinity 68Internal memory

F20IndexTechnical Notes and IndexProgrammed auto mode 51, E5Protect 89, E66QQuick adjust E40Quick menu 72Quick menu dial 72Quick retouch 89, E11RRear-

IndexTechnical Notes and IndexF21WWelcome screen 104, E70White balance 73, E32Wide 31Wide-angle converter 55, E54, E103Wind noise reduction 101, E69ZZ

8Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsThe Monitor• The information that is displayed on the monitor during shooting and playback

No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without writ

9Parts of the CameraParts of the Camera and Basic Operations1Shooting mode...28, 292Focus mode...

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11Parts of the Camera and Basic OperationsBasic OperationsSwitching Between Shooting Mode and Playback ModeThe camera has two modes of operation: Shoo

iIntroductionParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackShooting FeaturesPlayback FeaturesRecording and Playing Back M

12Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsUsing the Rotary Multi SelectorOperate by rotating the rotary multi selector, pressing up (H

13Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsUsing Menus (the d Button)When the d button is pressed while the shooting screen or playback

14Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsSwitching Between TabsSelecting Menu ItemsC Displayed When the Menu Contains Two or More Pag

15Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsSwitching the Monitor Display (the x Button)To switch between the information displayed on t

16Basic OperationsParts of the Camera and Basic OperationsC Holding Down the x Button and b (Monitor Brightness Boost Indicator)Hold down the x button

17The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparationPreparation 1 Charge the Battery ...

18The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 1 Charge the Battery1 Prepare the included Battery Charger MH-24.I

19Preparation 1 Charge the BatteryThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackUnderstanding CHARGE LampB Notes on Battery Charger• Be sure to read and follow t

20The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 2 Insert the Battery1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.2 Insert the battery.• Use the

21Preparation 2 Insert the BatteryThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackRemoving the BatteryBefore opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover, tu

iiIntroductionIntroductionRead This FirstThank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX P7100 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the inf

22The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 3 Insert a Memory Card1 Confirm that the power-on lamp and the monitor are turned off and open the ba

23Preparation 3 Insert a Memory CardThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackRemoving Memory CardsBefore opening the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover,

24The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 1 Turn the Camera On1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera.• If you are turning the camera on for th

25Step 1 Turn the Camera OnThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackTurning the Camera On and Off• When the camera is turned on, the power-on lamp (green) l

26Step 1 Turn the Camera OnThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackSetting the Display Language, Date, and TimeDialogs for language selection and camera cl

27Step 1 Turn the Camera OnThe Basics of Shooting and Playback5 Press H, I, J or K to set date and time, and press the k button.• To choose an item: P

28The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 2 Select a Shooting ModeRotate the mode dial to select the shooting mode.• The following describes how to ta

29Step 2 Select a Shooting ModeThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackAvailable Shooting ModesC Note on the FlashWhen the flash is lowered, the flash sett

30The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 3 Frame a Picture1 Ready the camera.• Keep your fingers, hair, strap and other objects away from the lens, f

31Step 3 Frame a PictureThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackUsing the ZoomRotate the zoom control to activate the optical zoom.• To zoom in so that the

iiiRead This FirstIntroductionAbout This ManualIf you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A17).To le

32The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 4 Focus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway, i.e., press the button slightly until you feel

33Step 4 Focus and ShootThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackB AutofocusAutofocus may not perform as expected in the following situations. In some rare

34The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 5 Play Back Images1 Press the c (playback) button.• When you switch from shooting mode to playback mode, the

35Step 5 Play Back ImagesThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackChanging How Images Are DisplayedWhen using playback mode, you can change how images are d

36The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 6 Delete Unwanted Images1 Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed on the monitor.2 Press

37Shooting FeaturesShooting FeaturesThis chapter describes each of the camera’s shooting modes and the features that are available when using shooting

38Shooting FeaturesShooting FeaturesA (Auto) ModeShooting with basic camera operations is available.• The camera focuses at the center area of the fra

39Shooting FeaturesScene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Press the d button and display the scene menu to select one of the following scenes. Pictures

40Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting FeaturesCharacteristics of Each Scene• Use of a tripod is recommended in scenes with which O is indic

41Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting Featuresd SportsUse this mode when shooting sporting events. The camera captures a series of still im

ivRead This FirstIntroductionInformation and PrecautionsLife-Long LearningAs part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product suppor

42Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting Featuresz SnowCaptures the brightness of sunlit snow.• The camera focuses at the center area of the f

43Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting Featuresu FoodUse this mode when taking pictures of food.• The focus mode (A67) setting is changed to

44Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting Featureso BacklightingUse when light is coming from behind the subject, throwing features or details

45Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)Shooting Featuresp Panorama assistUse this mode when shooting a series of pictures that can later be joined on

46Shooting FeaturesSpecial Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)The effect can be applied to pictures during shooting. One of the 10 special e

47Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)Shooting Features* Use of a tripod is recommended. Vibration reduction in the setup menu (A104)

48Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)Shooting FeaturesChanging Special Effects Mode Settings• Features that can be set using the mai

49Shooting FeaturesLow Noise Night Mode (Shooting Low-lit Scenes)The ISO sensitivity is controlled automatically to a high level. This allows you to c

50Low Noise Night Mode (Shooting Low-lit Scenes)Shooting FeaturesChanging Low Noise Night Mode Settings• See “Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi

51Shooting FeaturesA, B, C, D Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting)Pictures can be shot with greater control by setting the quick menu (A73) or sh

vRead This FirstIntroductionNotice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or ReproductionNote that simply being in possession of material that was digitall

52A, B, C, D Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting)Shooting FeaturesAdjusting the Shutter SpeedAdjusting the Aperture ValueC Aperture and zoomThe a

53A, B, C, D Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting)Shooting FeaturesA (Programmed auto) (E5)Use for automatic control of the exposure by the camera

54A, B, C, D Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting)Shooting FeaturesChanging A, B, C, D Modes• See “Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Select

55A, B, C, D Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting)Shooting FeaturesAF area modeSet how the camera selects the AF area mode to Face priority, Auto

56A, B, C, D Modes (Setting the Exposure for Shooting)Shooting FeaturesC Features That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslyThis feature may not be used in co

57Shooting FeaturesE, F and N (User Setting Modes)Up to three setting combinations that are frequently used for shooting (user settings) can be saved

58E, F and N (User Setting Modes)Shooting FeaturesAvailable Specialized Menu for E, F or NFollowing settings can be changed in E, F or N mode.Set to E

59E, F and N (User Setting Modes)Shooting FeaturesAF area modeSet the AF area mode for when the mode dial is set. The current focus area position is s

60Shooting FeaturesFeatures That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorPress the multi selector H (m), J (n), I (D), or K (G) while shooting to operate t

61Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesUsing the Flash (Flash Modes)You can shoot pictures with a flash by raising the bu

viIntroductionFor Your SafetyTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in thei

62Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesAvailable Flash ModesC Flash Mode Setting• The setting varies with shooting mode.

63Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesC Auto with Red-eye ReductionThis camera uses advanced red-eye reduction (“In-Came

64Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesUsing the Self-timerThe self-timer is suitable for taking group pictures and reduc

65Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesSmile Timer (Shooting Smiling Faces)When this mode is selected, the camera detects

66Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesB Notes on Smile Timer• The digital zoom is not available.• When the smile timer i

67Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesUsing Focus ModeChoose a focus mode according to the desired scene.1 Press I (p fo

68Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesAvailable Focus ModesB Note on Shooting with the FlashWhen shooting with D (macro

69Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesList of the Default SettingsThe default settings in each shooting mode are describ

70Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorShooting FeaturesDefault settings in scene mode are described below.1U (auto) and W (off) can be se

71Shooting FeaturesFeatures That Can Be Set Using the Exposure Compensation DialAdjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)When exposure compensation

viiFor Your SafetyIntroductionObserve caution when handling the batteryThe battery may leak, overheat, or explode if improperly handled. Observe the f

72Shooting FeaturesFeatures That Can Be Set with the Quick MenuWhen the quick menu dial is rotated while shooting, the quick menu is displayed for the

73Features That Can Be Set with the Quick MenuShooting FeaturesAvailable Quick MenuOption Description AaImage quality/Image sizeSet the image quality

74Shooting FeaturesChanging the Image Quality and Image SizeThe image quality (compression ratio) and image size can be selected for recording.1 Choos

75Changing the Image Quality and Image SizeShooting FeaturesAvailable Image QualityLower compression ratios result in higher quality pictures, but als

76Changing the Image Quality and Image SizeShooting FeaturesC COOLPIX P7100 NRW (RAW) Images• The extension of the picture taken is “.NRW.”• NRW (RAW)

77Changing the Image Quality and Image SizeShooting FeaturesAvailable Image SizeYou can set the JPEG image size (amount of pixels) for pictures record

78Changing the Image Quality and Image SizeShooting FeaturesC Number of Exposures RemainingThe following table lists the approximate number of picture

79Changing the Image Quality and Image SizeShooting Features1 If the number of exposures remaining is 10,000 or more, “9999” is displayed.2 The print

80Shooting FeaturesFeatures That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslySome shooting settings cannot be used in combination with other functions.Restricted fun

81Features That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslyShooting FeaturesWhite balancePicture Control (A73)White balance is fixed at Auto (normal) when Monochrom